1960 Austin A 40 vs. 1961 NSU Prinz IV
To start off, 1961 NSU Prinz IV is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 997 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Austin A 40 (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 40 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1960 Austin A 40 (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. (44 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 NSU Prinz IV.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 40 | 1961 NSU Prinz IV | |
Make | Austin | NSU |
Model | A 40 | Prinz IV |
Year Released | 1960 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 44 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 37 L |